Sensitivity/Specificity
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Researchers develop new method to control nanoscale diamond sensors
Technique allows tiny sensors to monitor small changes in magnetic fields, such as when neurons transmit electrical signals.
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New particle-sorting method breaks speed records
Discovery could lead to new ways of detecting cancer cells or purifying contaminated water.
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New mid-infrared laser system could detect atmospheric chemicals
Laser pulses produce glowing plasma filaments in open air, could enable long-distance monitoring.
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Two sensors in one
Nanoparticles that enable both MRI and fluorescent imaging could monitor cancer, other diseases.
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Quick test for Ebola
Simple paper strip can diagnose Ebola and other fevers within 10 minutes.
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Using sound waves to detect rare cancer cells
Acoustic device can rapidly isolate circulating tumor cells from patient blood samples.
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A new paper-based test for the Zika virus
Inexpensive device can diagnose Zika in just a few hours.
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Faster, smaller, more informative
Device can measure the distribution of tiny particles as they flow through a microfluidic channel.
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Needles that hit the right mark
New sensor could help anesthesiologists place needles for epidurals and other medical procedures.